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Updated 2025-02-06 16:01
Employee steals from Niagara dentist to buy vehicle, fund trips, kids’ education
An employee who extracted hundreds of thousands of dollars from a local dentist and used the cash to fund family vacations and invest in her children’s education savings accounts will return to court in November.
B.C. manhunt suspects died of ‘suicide by gunfire,’ RCMP say
Police found two bodies believed to be Bryer Schmegelsky, Kam McLeod near Gillam last Wednesday.
CannTrust says facility in Vaughan rated non-compliant by Health Canada
“We have retained independent consultants who have already started addressing some of the deficiencies noted in Health Canada’s report.”
Canadian military issues new ban on discriminatory, sexually explicit tattoos
The warning is contained in a new order Monday that offers the most specific guidance yet around what tattoos are considered acceptable.
Three dead, one in hospital after single-vehicle crash in Huron East: OPP
A male driving a pickup truck and two of his male passengers died at the scene.
Former Grimsby mayor considering counter-suit in biodigester matter
The former mayor of Grimsby is considering a counter-suit as part of his response to an $18-million lawsuit filed against him by the town for losses from a controversial renewable energy project.
Jim Pattison makes offer to take Canfor Corp. private at $16 per share
Shares of lumber producer Canfor Corp. surged more than 70 per cent.
Detour YHM to offer local food and drink options at Hamilton airport
The ‘Made in Hamilton’ offerings will be available in shipping containers on either side of security screening.
Heather Mallick: If Venice can go green, then what’s stopping us?
It’s up to government to force businesses and individuals to green up, writes Heather Mallick.
Fortinos in Waterdown is about to get bigger
Residents are encouraged to attend an Aug. 19 meeting with the owner of the plaza to learn more.
Thomas Walkom: Standing up for animals using the eco playbook
Extinction Rebellion movement argues that mass action can force change, writes Thomas Walkom.
CWH Avenger nearly ready for takeoff
CWH Avenger could fly in coming weeks.
Cramahe advised to proceed cautiously in setting cannabis limits
Council should proceed with caution in trying to set limits on facilities that produce cannabis for medical purposes.
Hamilton agrees to partner with Hamilton 100 group to bid on 2030 Commonwealth Games
The memorandum of understanding with Hamilton 100 allows Hamilton opportunity to exit bid process.
Russia says new weapon blew up in nuclear accident last week
The blast occurred Aug. 8 during a test of a missile engine that used isotope power sources on an offshore platform.
Chantal Hébert: Trudeau’s Liberals have the edge on Scheer’s Conservatives in this pre-election season
Much of the credit for the modest Liberal edge is owed not so much to some sort of strategic genius but rather to chronic weaknesses of the Conservatives including a concentration of support in the west, Chantal Hébert writes.
Plan to cap Westfield Heritage Village crowds panned
The chair of the Hamilton Conservation Authority is panning a staff proposal to cap attendance at popular Westfield Heritage Village events like the annual Maple Sugar Festival to avoid excessive visitor lineups and overflow parking problems.
Burlington’s Eric Hall gets booted off CTV’s Love Island
Despite the steamy content, he’s probably still on grandma’s Christmas gift list.
What Hong Kong airport shutdown means for your travel plans
Here's how long-haul carriers in Europe and the U.S. are responding to the situation
Doctor guilty of sexual abuse but revoking licence too harsh, court says
Appeal court sends case of Mississauga rheumatologist back to College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario discipline committee for new punishment.
Autopsy results expected today in case of northern B.C. teen murder suspects
Police found two bodies believed to be Bryer Schmegelsky, Kam McLeod near Gillam last Wednesday.
Dundas Pleasant View building approved in error
The Issue: City issued building permit for home not permitted under existing zoning in Plesantview.The Impact: Controversial request for minor variance to permit construction already started being heard this week.
North American stock markets down in late-morning trading, loonie edges lower
The Canadian dollar traded for 75.55 cents US compared with an average of 75.64 cents US on Friday.
The scoop on scanner errors: Mispriced cherries show how self-checkout stations can shortchange Canadians
The Scanning Code of Practice terms mean that it is not enough for stores to refund the difference between a mistaken higher price and an advertised lower price
Some eastbound 401 lanes reopen after fatal crash on Hwy. 401 in Mississauga
Two people are dead and three others were taken to hospital after a three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 401 between Hwy. 403 and Dixie Rd. in Mississauga Sunday evening.
Police investigate alleged sexual assaults at Ontario music festival
Police say that through their investigation, they learned that a female was walking back to her campsite at the music festival when a stranger allegedly assaulted her.
Del Duca promises expansion of benefits for workers and training programs to help employers
The front-runner for the Ontario Liberal leadership crown wants to expand the social safety net to protect precarious workers while ensuring businesses can find the employees they need.
Single topic debates are bad for Canadian democracy
Recently, we’ve received several letters advocating for a federal leaders’ debate specifically on climate change and while I do agree that it is a very important issue, I’m not keen on the idea of single-issue debates during a federal or provincial election, regardless of the topic.
Scientists on high alert as green menace threatens Lake Erie
Researchers from Canada and U.S. team up to battle slick of blue-green slime spreading across the lake’s western basin.
Exclusive: Health Minister Christine Elliott promises transparency in new health care system
Elliott says new super agency will assume responsibility for all long-term care home contracts in Ontario.
Accused killer escaped and ran for days. Then a doorbell camera caught him rifling through a refrigerator
When the Taylors picked up the phone to call police early Sunday morning, the manhunt for the escaped convict was entering its fifth day
Teddy bear picnic in the park
The Teddy Bear Picnic at Whitehern was on Sunday drawing participants from all walks of life, both human and stuffed.
Rooftop rock out
Music in The City on the rooftop of Jackson Square.
PHOTOS: Dropping in like a boss
Milo drops in on his 1/4 ramp like he's been doing it all his life.
Will you be a scam artist's next target?
Believing that fraud can't happen to us — because we're too smart, logical or informed — may make us more vulnerable. Successful scam artists skilfully overcome our defences and get us into emotional states that override logical thinking, says Kathy Stokes, AARP's director of fraud prevention programs.
Embracing Aunt Bessie: My great aunt was a Hamilton outlaw, shot to death on Aug. 13, 1930
Why are we fascinated by outlaws? And let’s be clear about this — Bessie Starkman was an outlaw
Glass-blowing show blowing up on Netflix has ties to Hamilton
“Blown Away” is a glass-blowing competition series that premièred on Netflix in July.
They died shielding their baby in El Paso. Their family’s anguish was only beginning
She was a young mother, busy juggling family dinners, cheerleading practices and trips to the park with her three small children.
In leaked remarks, Nigel Farage slams Harry and Meghan, Prince Charles for climate change concern
Farage also called the queen's mother "a slightly overweight, chain-smoking gin drinker who lived to 101 years old."
Bad diets could make for bad coyotes, University of Alberta research suggests
Research conducted by a student at the University of Alberta found changes in gut bacteria in urban coyotes attributed to garbage scavenging could be making them more aggressive.
Firefighter injured during Albion Falls rescue released from hospital
Firefighter had fractures and head and facial injuries. Trio of trespassers face possible fine up to $10,000.
Steve Milton: Ticats come back for improbable win against Lions
15 unanswered points in final quarter allow Hamilton to edge B.C. Lions and improve to 5-0 at home
Can McDonald’s successfully green its Golden Arches?
McDonald’s Canada is tackling its packaging waste, and even launching “green concept restaurants.” But what about its menu?
10-month-old puppy, Milo, returned safely after being stolen from Toronto Humane Society
A man went to the Toronto Humane Society three times and “demanded that he be given a dog for free,” police said Sunday. He was turned away each time.
Obit: Alderman Ken Edge played a key role in landing a big-league arena for Hamilton
He was inducted into the Ontario 5-Pin Bowler’s Hall of Fame.
Protesters bring Hong Kong airport to a standstill as fears grow of Chinese military crackdown
After sitting in the arrivals hall for much of the day, protesters began walking toward the departures area on Monday evening.
Why the Jeffrey Epstein investigation is far from over
Federal prosecutors and FBI agents who built the case against Epstein will turn their attention to people who his accusers have said participated in a scheme that dates back more than a decade
How a Manson ‘girl’ lost, then found herself
In 1967, Dianne Lake became Charles Manson’s youngest follower, nicknamed Snake. She was 14 years old and lived with him for more than two years, squatting at the Spahn Ranch and stocking up for the apocalypse.
Aug. 19 meeting to give a look at Waterdown Fortinos expansion
An upcoming public meeting will give Waterdown residents a look at the expanded Fortinos store coming to Parkside Drive and Hamilton Street North, consuming several other units in the plaza and include an exterior addition as well.
Latest anti-hate rally at Hamilton city hall attracts 100-plus people — and Mayor Fred Eisenberger
Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger has faced criticism for perceived “silence” on growing concern over hate in the city.
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